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School’s out for summer .... now what?The Summer of Fun events are back! ☀️Join us for free family fun across 7 location...
23/07/2025

School’s out for summer .... now what?

The Summer of Fun events are back! ☀️
Join us for free family fun across 7 locations in Bracknell this summer. Each event runs from 11am to 3pm and includes activities like a petting zoo, giant inflatables, birds of prey and more.

Bring a picnic, relax, and enjoy a fantastic day out in your local park.

Binfield - Friday, 25 July
Warfield - Wednesday, 30 July
Great Hollands - Wednesday, 6 August
Sandhurst - Friday, 8 August
Crowthorne - Tuesday, 12 August
Winkfield - Thursday, 14 August
Braybrook - Wednesday, 20 August

Reminder: There is a short break in the Walks for Wellbeing timetable - no walks on Tuesday This week.Walks will start a...
21/07/2025

Reminder: There is a short break in the Walks for Wellbeing timetable - no walks on Tuesday This week.

Walks will start again on Thursday 24, July

Check our website for an up to date timetable (link in the comments).

Sustrans South

16/07/2025

Measles is highly infectious and can be passed on even before a rash appears. Make sure you are protected from becoming seriously unwell from measles by making sure you are up to date with your MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccinations. More info https://orlo.uk/lDX2x Slough Borough Council Bracknell Forest Council RBWM Sloughcvs

The planned walk at Mill Pond on Sunday, 13 July at 3pm has unfortunately been cancelled due to high temperatures.Your w...
11/07/2025

The planned walk at Mill Pond on Sunday, 13 July at 3pm has unfortunately been cancelled due to high temperatures.

Your wellbeing comes first, and with the current heat alert in place, it’s safest to stay cool and avoid exertion during peak heat.

Please check the timetable on our website for the latest updates on upcoming walks.

Stay safe and hydrated!

As we enter the third heatwave of the summer, high temperatures are here to stay!🌡️An Amber Heat-Health Alert is in plac...
11/07/2025

As we enter the third heatwave of the summer, high temperatures are here to stay!🌡️

An Amber Heat-Health Alert is in place from 12pm Friday, 11 July to 9am Monday, 14 July across our area.

Please take extra care, especially if you're elderly, have young children, or live with a long-term health condition.

Here are some simple ways to stay safe in the heat:

Keep your home cool, close sun-facing windows and curtains
Stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm
Wear light, loose clothing, a hat and sunglasses
Apply sunscreen regularly
Plan outdoor activities (like walking the dog or exercising) for cooler times - early morning or evening
Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke

Let’s all look out for ourselves and each other, check in on neighbours, family, and friends.

👉 For more tips on staying safe in hot weather see the first comment

11/07/2025

Want to help spark a healthier, more inclusive workplace?

You can anonymously send your employer a FREE guide on improving workplace culture around alcohol, no awkward conversations needed.

Not every work event has to revolve around alcohol.

Follow the link below for instructions.

Struggling to tell if you're drinking too much?It’s not just about how often or how much you drink, it’s about why and h...
09/07/2025

Struggling to tell if you're drinking too much?

It’s not just about how often or how much you drink, it’s about why and how it fits into your life.

Is alcohol your go-to after a tough day at work?
Do social events at work always involve drinking?
Does ‘just one’ often turn into more?

This Alcohol Awareness Week, take a moment to think about your relationship with alcohol.

Small changes can make a big difference. Support is available if you want to make a change. Check out the link in the first comment to check your drinking habits with a quick quiz.

Fancy a walk this evening? 🚶‍♀️🌿Join us for the first ever evening Walk for Wellbeing, taking place today – Tuesday, 8 J...
08/07/2025

Fancy a walk this evening? 🚶‍♀️🌿

Join us for the first ever evening Walk for Wellbeing, taking place today – Tuesday, 8 July at 6pm.

Meet: Outside the café at Jocks Lane
Route: Scenic 3.2-mile loop around Cabbage Hill (with a shorter option available)
Pace: Friendly and relaxed – everyone welcome!

It’s a great chance to unwind, meet new people, and enjoy the outdoors. This will be the first in a series of evening wellbeing walks, led by Stu. More dates will be announced soon, so keep an eye out.

No need to book – just turn up and walk with us!

📢 Update: Class CancellationPlease note that today’s Tai Chi class at Jennett’s Park Community Centre (4–5pm) has been c...
07/07/2025

📢 Update: Class Cancellation

Please note that today’s Tai Chi class at Jennett’s Park Community Centre (4–5pm) has been cancelled due to an unexpected incident.

All other classes are running as normal.
Thank you for your understanding!

t’s Alcohol Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is alcohol and the workplace.Whether it's a quick pint after work or t...
07/07/2025

t’s Alcohol Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is alcohol and the workplace.

Whether it's a quick pint after work or toasting a leaving do, alcohol often feels part of the job. But should it be?

Alcohol awareness week is a great time to reflect on how we celebrate and connect at work.

For more information, help and support see the link in the first comment.

Check out Sport in Mind's activity timetable for July 🎾The sessions are perfect for those aged 17+. They are lots of fun...
04/07/2025

Check out Sport in Mind's activity timetable for July 🎾

The sessions are perfect for those aged 17+. They are lots of fun for all abilities and no need to book.

Badminton and table tennis – Wednesdays, 1pm-2pm at Bracknell Leisure Centre (sports hall)

Yoga – Thursdays, 11.45am-12.45pm at Owlsmoor Community Centre

Football – Thursdays, 1pm-2pm at Bracknell Leisure Centre (Astroturf)

South Hill Park walk – Thursdays, 2pm-3pm, meet outside the arts centre at South Hill Park

Tai chi – Fridays, 12pm-1pm at South Hill Park, Bracknell

Click the link below to view the Sport in Mind activity map or to find out more about the summer sessions for young people aged 10 to 14.

There is an Amber heat health alert in place until 6pm Tuesday, 1 July.Please take care in this weather. If you are visi...
28/06/2025

There is an Amber heat health alert in place until 6pm Tuesday, 1 July.

Please take care in this weather. If you are visiting our parks and countryside:

• Seek shady spots under cooling trees
• Carry water for hydration for you and your dog – there’s a cold water tap for dogs at Lily Hill Park
• Wear sunglasses, sun hat and factor 30 sunscreen
• Wear light-coloured clothes to reflect heat and help you spot ticks
• Don’t go out when the sun is strongest between 11am-3pm
• Don’t jump into the water – you don’t know what’s lurking beneath the surface

For more sun safety tips see the first comment.

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